Selective Extraction and Cleanup of Patulin Mycotoxin from Apple Juice Samples
contributed by Supelco |
Using Molecularly Imprinted Polymer SPE and Ascentis Express HPLC‑UV Analysis
Introduction
Patulin (Figure 1) is a mycotoxin produced by a number of fungal species. The mold Penicillium Expansum, in particular, is known as the main source of patulin contamination.1 Patulin occurrence is found most often in rotting apples and products made from spoiled apples. Included among these products is apple juice and apple puree.2
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